ARDA, Rainoil, Sahara Promote Cleaner Energy, Expansion of Energy Infrastructure in Africa Fadekemi Ajakaiye The African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA), Rainoil Limited and Sahara Group have called for adoption of cleaner en
The African Refiners and Distributors Association , Rainoil Limited and Sahara Group have called for adoption of cleaner energy options and expansion of energy infrastructure in Africa given the expected huge population growth and associated incremental energy demand. The organizations also called for collaboration amongst key stakeholders, sustainable project financing as well as deployment of industry best practices within the continent.
Given that the population of Africa, especially Nigeria, is expected to rise significantly over the next few decades, the experts emphasized that enhancing logistics and storage & distribution infrastructure remain critical to ensure that the efforts currently being made to enhance refining of petroleum products on the continent and reduce imports.
Dr. Ogbechie, while addressing the delegation noted that the next phase for the continent is to look for collaboration within Africa, adding that his company would be willing to collaborate to drive energy needs in key countries. He said Rainoil, while making efforts to expand Liquefied Petroleum Gas penetration in line with the Nigerian government’s targets, would be open to also reach underserved communities and countries on the continent.
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